Allison Shields to attend The First Tee Nine Healthy Habits Summit

ROCKFORD — Allison Shields of The First Tee of Greater Rockford will attend The First Tee Nine Health Habits Summit, Jan. 12-15, in La Quinta, Calif.

ROCKFORD — Allison Shields of The First Tee of Greater Rockford will attend The First Tee Nine Health Habits Summit, Jan. 12-15, in La Quinta, Calif.

Shields was one of 23 First Tee participants across the country. The summit, held in conjunction with the 2014 Humana Challenge, is an interactive educational event aimed at inspiring teens to take ownership of their own health and contribute to healthier communities. They will also interact with the Humana Challenge golf tournament management to learn how the event is put together.

Shields, 15, is a sophomore at Freeport High School, a member of the varsity golf team, student council treasurer and a local volunteer.